Lockdown drills are an unfortunate necessity in modern America. Every school has their own protocol, and I’m finally seasoned enough to only question whether I leave the blinds up or down. I know where my “Grab and Go” bag is, and I no longer need to consult the cheat sheets and maps for directions. … Continue reading →

I didn’t realize it was my (former?) anniversary until I saw it on Facebook. “Three years ago today . . .” it said. And there was a picture of so many of us, my people, huddled together in and around and on top of the outhouse that my then fiancé carefully crafted so that it … Continue reading →

And if I loved you Wednesday, Well, what is that to you? I do not love you Thursday — So much is true. And why you come complaining Is more than I can see. I loved you Wednesday, — yes — but what Is that to me? — ESVM Oh, friends. You heard me say, … Continue reading →

For myriad reasons, I needed a break. Some privacy. A solo ride. Naturally, I decided to drive to New York to make this happen. We know I don’t do things the easy way. While I did really need to get the fuck out of town, the most valid reason I needed to leave was … Continue reading →

Warning: Anyone with significant bowel issues or weak stomachs – walk away now. I’ve had enough friends get divorced to know what to dread and what to look forward to. Or, I thought I did. I fully expected to begin crying at any time for any reason, to drop some of the 20 lbs I … Continue reading →

A post in which I use a tired metaphor because my brain is tired and I can’t really think of anything else. If I were a geologist, I would have seen the earthquake coming. Unless it’s one of those disaster movies (why do I love them so much?!) where the fancy ass scientists don’t recognize … Continue reading →

I just gave the kids what they wanted and fixed myself my very own meal. Neither of the boys (one mine, one borrowed) are picky eaters, but 1. I didn’t feel like the production of cleaning my kitchen so I could make them a meal and 2. I wanted to let them pick as a … Continue reading →